Originally Posted by EdNewman

I'm thinking about Ilmor 625's to put in a new Donzi 38ZR. Anyone actually have these in their boat? How many hours have you put in, what has broken (must be something) and how were they in helping get them fixed?

I am tired of broken blue, my 525's just went out of warranty with <70 hours they have spent more time in power reduction or at the dealer than being used. Parts are a big joke, 4-6 weeks to get anything and Merc does not seem to give a $#!@. Thankfully the dealer has been real nice.

Originally Posted by Steet

ED, I have the 625 Ilmor package in mine and love them. I now have about 30 hours on them and they have run flawlessly. Call me and I can answer any of your questions
Steve---704-239-1410

Originally Posted by Mentalpause

Steet, how is your fuel burn compared to your old 550 Ilmors?

Originally Posted by Steet

I am not exactly sure as I have not done a comparison yet. I hope to do just that at the LOTO at the end of the month. I am vey impressed with the economy, but I suspect they use a little more than the 550's. I will know very soon. I still believe they will get better than the 500EFI's and the 525's.